History of Sea Turtles
Schedule
Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32960 | Vero Beach, FL
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The Emerson Center welcomes Olivia Redding, Rescue and Research Coordinator at Coastal Connections, Inc., for a compelling E-Series presentation, Oh, How Far We’ve Come: The History of Sea Turtles in Southeastern Florida, on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.This engaging evening explores the history and conservation of sea turtles in Southeastern Florida, highlighting the challenges these federally protected animals face from the moment they hatch on local beaches. Ms. Redding will share insights from her work in sea turtle rescue, research, and community engagement, including programs that connect the public with vital conservation efforts.
Olivia Redding’s passion for sea turtle conservation began at age 12 when she witnessed her first sea turtle nest. Today, she leads rescue efforts and community programs at Coastal Connections, working to protect these remarkable animals and inspire others to safeguard their habitats.
Event Details
• Topic: Oh, How Far We’ve Come: The History of Sea Turtles in Southeastern Florida
• Speaker: Olivia Redding, Rescue and Research Coordinator, Coastal Connections, Inc.
• Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
• Time: 7:00 p.m.
• Location: The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, FL
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how research, rescue, and community action are helping secure a future for Florida’s sea turtles.
About The Emerson Center
The Emerson Center's mission is to provide educational, enlightening, and thought provoking programs, alongside memorable musical events, for our community. As Vero Beach’s premier performance venue, The Emerson Center presents its acclaimed E-Series lectures, a lineup designed to engage, educate, and entertain. Doors open one hour prior to each lecture. While admission is free, a suggested donation of $10 is greatly appreciated.
The 2026 Emerson E-Series is sponsored by the Clean Water Coalition of Indian River County, a local 501(c)(3) dedicated to protecting and restoring our waterways.
The Emerson Center is located at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach, 1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, Florida 32960. For more information, visit TheEmersonCenter.com
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